Augmentative & alternative communication : supporting children and adults with complex communication needs / by David R. Beukelman, Ph.D., Institute for Rehabilitation Science and Engineering, Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital, Lincoln, Nebraska and Janice C. Light, Ph.D., The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, Pennsylvania ; with invited contributors.
| Author/creator | Beukelman, David R., 1943- author. |
| Other author | Light, Janice C. (Janice Catherine), author. |
| Format | Electronic |
| Edition | Fifth edition. |
| Publication | Baltimore, Maryland : Paul H. Brookes Publishing Co., [2020] |
| Description | 1 online resource (xv, 686 pages) : illustrations |
| Supplemental Content | Direct link to eBook |
| Subjects |
| Variant title | Augmentative and alternative communication |
| Contents | Section I: People who require augmentative and alternative communication. Augmentative and alternative communication processes for children and adults with complex communication needs -- AAC assessment -- Overview of AAC intervention -- Collaborating with family members and other communication partners -- Section II: Augmentative and alternative communication systems. Vocabulary selection and message management -- Representation, organization, and layout of AAC systems -- Access techniques and output -- Selection and personalization of AAC systems -- Section III: Augmentative and alternative communication interventions for individuals with developmental disabilities. Key considerations in augmentative and alternative communication intervention for people with developmental disabilities -- Intervention to support communication and participation of beginning communicators -- Intervention to build communicative competence -- Literacy intervention for individuals with complex communication needs -- Intervention to enhance participation in education, employment, and community settings -- Section IV: Augmentative and alternative communication interventions for individuals with acquired disabilities. Individuals with acquired physical conditions -- AAC supports for adults with severe aphasia and/or apraxia of speech -- Adults with degenerative cognitive and linguistic conditions -- Individuals with traumatic brain injury -- Patient-provider communication in medical settings -- The importance of advocacy. |
| Abstract | "The fifth edition of Augmentative & Alternative Communication: Supporting Children and Adults with Complex Communication Needs is the premier resource for anyone planning to work with individuals who rely on AAC. Written for pre-service and in-service SLPs, OTs, PTs, assistive technicians, and other direct service providers, this book is a comprehensive guide to the characteristics of people with complex communication needs, the variety of AAC systems available, and current assessment and intervention practices in AAC"-- Provided by publisher. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Credits | Produced by the publisher. |
| Credits | Held by CAPER-BC, Langara College. |
| Source of description | Description based on online resource; title from digital title page (viewed on August 19, 2020). |
| Issued in other form | Print version: Beukelman, David R., 1943- Augmentative & alternative communication. Fifth edition. Baltimore : Paul H. Brookes Publishing Co., Inc., [2020] 9781681253039 |
| Genre/form | Electronic books. |
| LCCN | 2019044685 |
| ISBN | 9781681253053 electronic book |
| ISBN | 1681253054 electronic book |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
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| Electronic Resources | Access Content Online | ✔ Available |